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something. Look, Keira – there’s an animal in there!”
“What is it?” Keira tiptoed closer, but Rosie started barking again and the creature dived into the middle of the bush. The leaves quivered as it hid itself among the thickest branches.
“Stop it, Rosie. You’re frightening the poor thing!” said Bea.
Keira took the puppy’s lead. “Here – I’ll take her while you have a look.”
Keira pulled Rosie further away while Bea knelt down and peered through the branches. Among the deep-green leaves there was a pair of brown rabbit eyes looking back at her. She reached out and let the bunny sniff her fingers. The rabbit’s nose twitched and she stared at Bea shyly.
“Hello, little rabbit!” Bea said softly.
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